The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has made five arrests in connection to a burglary north of North Platte.

According to LCSO Chief Deputy Roland Kramer, on February 26, deputies were called to a residence north of North Platte on the report of a burglary.

It was reported that the residence was being looked after by a neighbor because the elderly owner had recently passed away.  The neighbor discovered the front door to the house had been forced open and it appeared property was missing.

Upon arrival, deputies spoke with the neighbor who said others in the area had seen people leaving the home the previous morning.

Deputies contacted family members and learned that, not only had a large amount of property been taken, the recently departed’s car had also been stolen.

Kramer said deputies launched an extensive investigation and developed multiple suspects.  With the assistance of other area law enforcement agencies, several search warrants were executed early Friday morning.

As a result, Kramer said a majority of the stolen property was recovered, including the stolen car and a large amount of cash.

Suspects arrested so far include: 46-year-old Brian Spotts, 43-year-old Kim Spotts, 44-year-old Todd Wickware, 38-year-old Dennis Razes and 24-year-old Timothy Leeper, all of North Platte.

All were questioned and transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center.  They are facing charges ranging from burglary to vehicle theft.

“The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office believes this is one of the most despicable crimes one could commit, preying on the elderly,” Kramer said.

Kramer said the investigation is ongoing, and additional arrests are expected.